1 10 15 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/0cf1ff164da6973e060a2fc71b715052.jpg c35366398f0553ed6618212247ed7d45 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource GMU DEI Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Formation of the President's Task Force on Anti-Racism and Inclusive Excellence Description An account of the resource In 2020, GMU formed the President’s Task Force on Anti-Racism and Inclusive Excellence in response to demands for stronger action following incidents of racial injustice. This task force focuses on confronting racism within the institution and fostering an inclusive and anti-racist academic environment. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2020 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/d839c650e6e0a954f76ae83a68638ade.pdf 5cc6aa1115cf78e721c1c47dd56ab26a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource GMU DEI Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The Civil Rights Act of 1964 and its Impact on GMU Description An account of the resource The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a landmark piece of legislation that banned discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, or national origin in various sectors, including education. While GMU had not actively discriminated, this law pushed universities, including GMU, to expand their admissions policies and create environments more welcoming to minority students. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1964 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/c3b127c42b1473d2e4cc0afa5f731f1a.jpg 3e16438ba8917567dd4d8c6cca24fdaa Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource GMU DEI Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Black Lives Matter Movement and Student Protests at GMU Description An account of the resource The Black Lives Matter movement brought attention to systemic racism, including on university campuses. GMU students participated in nationwide protests and organized their own events to call for justice and changes to university policies related to racial equity. In response, GMU expanded its diversity initiatives and pushed for more significant policy changes. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2010 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/1cc070d820ed97bdb7de01cce389d4d5.jpg 4fc71ea5c730ac5763f27ab62d4a129b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource GMU DEI Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Early Years and the Beginnings of Diversity Awareness Description An account of the resource George Mason University (GMU) was founded in 1949, but its early years were marked by a predominantly white student body, with little attention paid to diversity and inclusion. The university did not actively recruit students of color, and most policies focused on expanding academic programs rather than diversity. However, national movements such as the Civil Rights Movement and the growing awareness of educational inequality slowly started influencing higher education institutions, including GMU. 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Title A name given to the resource GMU Establishes the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Description An account of the resource In 1991, GMU formally established the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) to address campus disparities and promote a more inclusive academic environment Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource GMU DEI Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Introduction of GMU’s Diversity Strategic Plan Description An account of the resource GMU launched its Diversity Strategic Plan in 2003. This plan outlined specific goals for increasing diversity on campus, improving access to education for minority students, and promoting an inclusive campus culture. It served as a blueprint for the university’s DEI efforts for the following years, focusing on improving recruitment, retention, and campus climate for underrepresented groups. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2003 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/6adfc99ac122b52bf036be0d95c99e65.jpg e42e9fab1cc34ac3b35200e0378901fd Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource GMU DEI https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/95219ac0e37d1c9f3c097fe7a3517b7f.jpg 4c433c4605e582f7a530ccdc7c1b607b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource GMU DEI Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials.